Cordless Window Shades Battery Packs recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

December 8, 2022

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Cordless Window Shades Battery Packs Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Manufactured by Ningbo Dooya Mechanic & Electronic Technology Co.

Recall number

23057

Brand / firm

Dooya Mechanic & Electronic Tech Co., of Ningbo, China

Sold / distributed

3 Day Blinds, Budget Blinds, Blinds to Go, The Shade Store and other window treatment stores and online at Blinds.com from March 2021 through March 2022 for between $100 and $400.

Why it was recalled

The battery packs can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

What was recalled

This recall involves external lithium-ion battery packs used to power cordless window blinds. The recalled battery packs are white and are approximately10.5 inches long by approximately 1 inch in diameter. The recalled battery packs weigh about 10 ounces. The recalled battery packs have numerical codes on the white label on the side of the product. The following models and production lots are included in the recall. The model and production lots are printed on the battery. Retailer/Brands Model Name Marks on Label for Affected Batch 3 Day Blinds Alta PN 62203000 "2550mAh" with no PO# & "2550mAh" with PO# Range: 231866, 223081, 225204, 226910, 4200007528, 4200007887, 4200007888 Budget Blinds Blinds.com Blinds to Go The Shade Store Other Brands May Be Affected. Please check your product label MT03-0305-069003 "2550mAh"

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery packs and contact the U.S. service center of Ningbo Dooya Mechanic and Electronic to obtain a free replacement battery pack. Consumers will be provided with free return shipping boxes for the recalled batteries.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.